Thorax
- Pronunciation
- /THOH-raks/
- Category
- Anatomy
- Singular
- Thorax
- Plural
- Thoraxes
Definition
The middle section of the insect body, containing the legs and wings.
Etymology
From Greek 'thorax', meaning 'chest'.
Example
The thorax of a fly contains two pairs of wings and three pairs of legs.
Related Terms
Usage Notes
The thorax is responsible for locomotion in insects. It plays a vital role in the development and evolution of insects.